Rhode Island Reciprocity & Recognitions
The laws governing the legal use, storage and carrying of firearms are constantly changing. Below are the applicable laws in the State of Rhode Island as of 4/18/2013. The below information is designed to be a guide and not the final word. If you have specific questions, please refer to the State of Rhode Island legislation at rilin.state.ri.us. Another great resource is the Rhode Island Attorney General.
The State of Rhode Island does NOT honor any other state concealed carry permit/license.
The Rhode Island resident Pistol Permit is honored by the states listed below:
Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont
The Rhode Island non-resident Pistol Permit is honored by the states listed below:
Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont